ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 800514 Results

Your Results Global Average
Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.86
Score 0% 77%

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1 Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery.
62% Answer Correctly
pomp
flourish
antidote
jocularity

Solution
The definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior." Used in a sentence: Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts."

2 Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match.
84% Answer Correctly
equitable
opponent
ploy
disconcert

Solution
The definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists." Used in a sentence: Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

3 Combative most nearly means:
89% Answer Correctly
aggressive
fraud
proximity
preclude

Solution
The definition for combative is "Eager to fight." Used in a sentence: The teacher suggested the combative student channel his aggression into boxing. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for fraud is "Trick.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

4 Serenity most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
meticulous
peace
pomp
ramble

Solution
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

5 Benefactor most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
raucous
frugal
patron
awe

Solution
The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."